Seal the Deal & Build Lasting Relationships! Join Our Team as a
Corporate Sales Manager!
Are you a natural dealmaker with a passion for sales? Do you love connecting with people, negotiating like a pro, and turning leads into long-term partnerships? If you're a relationship-building powerhouse who can confidently discuss rates, navigate tough pricing conversations, and sell clients on an incredible experience, we want YOU on our team at
Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront as our
Corporate Sales Manager!
What's the Role?
As our Corporate Sales Manager, you'll be the face of our hotel to corporate clients, helping to maximize revenue and grow our corporate business. You'll be responsible for securing guest rooms, meeting rooms, banquets, and audio/visual sales, all while ensuring our clients feel valued and excited to work with us. This role is all about making connections, delivering top-notch service, and strategically marketing our hotel to businesses that need a place to stay, meet, and celebrate.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Drive revenue in corporate market segments by securing LNRs, group business, and meeting room sales.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients to ensure repeat business.
- Initiate strategic sales outreach and deliver compelling presentations to prospective clients.
- Negotiate contracts, rates, and space commitments while handling tough conversations with confidence.
- Follow up on events and meetings to guarantee client satisfaction and foster repeat bookings.
- Monitor market trends, travel industry updates, and economic factors to refine our sales approach.
- Represent Embassy Suites Rockford at industry events, networking functions, and community gatherings to expand our reach.
- Work closely with internal teams to execute flawless events and stays for corporate clients.
- Keep detailed records of sales activities, lead pipelines, and business trends.
What We're Looking For:
- Personable, outgoing, and a natural relationship builder - you know how to make a lasting impression!
- A strong sales background - hotel, corporate, or business-to-business sales experience preferred.
- Negotiation skills that close the deal - you're confident handling pricing discussions and contract negotiations.
- Excellent verbal & written communication - whether it's a sales pitch, a client email, or a team meeting, you deliver with clarity and professionalism.
- A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment - you see opportunities and go after them!
- Ability to market the hotel - through strategic outreach, networking, and creative sales tactics.
- Experience in corporate sales, meetings, and events - you understand what businesses need and how to sell it to them.
The Perks:
- Base salary of $50,000 + quarterly bonus potential (earn more as you close deals!)
- Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, long/short-term disability, paid parental leave, pet insurance, and more!)
- 401K with up to 6% match
- 18 days of PTO + paid holidays (plenty of time to relax and recharge!)
- A fun, high-energy team environment where your sales skills will shine
About Us:
The Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront is more than just a hotel - it's a hub for business, meetings, and events. With 160 guest rooms, a state-of-the-art conference center, and incredible event spaces, we're the go-to destination for companies that want to meet in style. Our team is all about hospitality, hustle, and having fun while delivering results.
If you're ready to take your corporate sales career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and let's grow our business together!
Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront is proudly owned and operated by Gorman & Company - a leader in community revitalization.
Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
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Gorman & Company
parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k)
Mar 05, 2025